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Pupil Personnel Services

The Pupil Personnel Services Department administers Special Education, English as a New Language (ENL), Homeless Education, Title I programs and other federal and state grant programs across the school district.

Special EducationThe Cairo-Durham Central School District is committed to providing high quality, research-based instruction to all students. For some students, a more intensive level of support may be appropriate. When a student qualifies for special education services, an individualized educational program is developed to provide supports aimed at helping the student succeed in the least restrictive environment possible.

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English as a New LanguageEnglish as a New Language (ENL) programs provide additional support to students whose native language is other than English. Every student registering for school in our district is asked to report their native language. Those meeting state guidelines are provided ENL support.

Homeless EducationThe McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act requires schools across the country to support students experiencing homelessness. Students living in insecure living environments may be eligible to receive services and accommodations to ensure stability in their education. Every registering family is asked to complete a housing questionnaire to assist in determining their homeless status. Already registered families are encouraged to notify either the Pupil Personnel Services Office or their school office if they believe they might meet the criteria of the McKinney-Vento Act. Information on those criteria and homeless education in general can be found at www.NYSTEACHS.org.

Preschool Special EducationThe purpose of the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) is to determine if a preschool-aged child between the ages of 3 through 5 is eligible for preschool special education services and to ensure that they receive the support necessary to prepare them to enter kindergarten. Click here to learn about the referral process.